Very Good
#718 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 29% in state
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25
Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools
525 FIRST AVENUE, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#718 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#8 of 37
public schools
In district
#8 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Sonia Sotomayor School No 25
Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sonia Sotomayor School No 25
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #718 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 — Students at Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 Compares
See how Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 FIRST AVENUE, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. iPrep Academy School No 8 (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,992
Median Home Value
$339,200
Median Rent
$1,543/mo
Population
31,120
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
27%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Alpine Elementary School Sparta, NJ | 7.3 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison, NJ | 7.3 |
| Bobby's Run Elementary School Lumberton, NJ | 7.3 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield, NJ | 7.3 |
| Fairmount Hackensack, NJ | 7.3 |
| Field Street School Carneys Point, NJ | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sonia Sotomayor School No 25
What grades does Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 serve?
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sonia Sotomayor School No 25?
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sonia Sotomayor School No 25?
The student-teacher ratio at Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 rank in NJ?
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 ranks #718 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Sonia Sotomayor School No 25's MySchoolScout rating?
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sonia Sotomayor School No 25?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 a charter school?
No, Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 a Title I school?
No, Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sonia Sotomayor School No 25?
90.4% of students at Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (908) 436-5930
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #8 of 37
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